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From Okra and Plantain Chips to hearty dumplings, spicy curries and a light passion fruit meringue dessert… we were spoilt for choice as we tested out Turtle Bay's new menu featuring some old favourites and new dishes.We ventured down to Turtle Bay Leeds, inside the The Light on The Headrow. And inspired by the social Caribbean tapas style dining - I was accompanied by my vlogging friends Sarah Louise Bryan and Amy Downes as well as my husband and Chef Chris Hale.My favourite type of dining is sharing plates as I like to try a bit of everything. So for starters we went for a meat platter with duck rolls and a vegetarian platter because on our table we had a “try it all” chef and me, a Veggie.These were indulgent and tasty with a range of dipping sauces on the table. It was happy hour which includes alcoholic cocktails and non-alcoholic - this suited the drivers and non-drivers amongst us.Next up we went for the one-pot mains with sides to share. I had a delicious and spicy Vegan chickpea curry and rice. I couldn’t finish it all as I had eaten so many of the starters but it was hearty and delicious all the same.The staff were super attentive and friendly, I’ve not received as good customer service for a very long time (a big thanks to Bar Manager Nat, Bar Man Dan and new waiter Ryan for looking after us!).We finished off by sharing a passion-fruit cake and chocolate brownie, the passion fruit was Sarah’s “favourite dessert ever.” I opted for a coffee before we made our way back home.If you want somewhere with a great vibe and somewhere to drink, eat and socialise with friends… this is the ideal place to spend the night.Here’s the official low-down:Smashing small plates and inspiring sides makes for social Caribbean tapas style dining – eat what you want when you want.·New burger menu – goat, halloumi and vegan.·New One Pots including two vegan options.·Vegan, low carb, gluten-free, paleo, low-alcohol – all bases are covered.

TurtleBay’s new sociable dining menu has just landed and it’s all about ‘anything goes’, laid back Caribbean eating and drinking.

This is a menu that will unite the food tribes – from strict vegans to the most carnivorous of meat lovers, from the adventurous food explorer to those who would like something small to enjoy with a cocktail, the newTurtleBaycollection will feed the whole crowd. The rule book has been thrown out of the window, and menu hacking is the order of the day.There’s an abundance of small plates, sides and cutters made for endless possibilities - say hello to easy, breezy Caribbean eating and drinking. All of this is inspired by island life – it’s about grazing, socialising or grabbing a working lunch, a chance to escape from the grind and embraceTurtleBay’s beach shack experience.The new Lunch n Later collection embodies this spirit perfectly – made for laid back lunches, quick bites or an after dark compliment to cocktails. These Caribbean twists on classic lunch dishes include West Indian Wraps, Kingston Toastie and the gorgeous new Jerk Chicken Flat Bread. It also includes a brand new Burger section. Six, all-new burgers come served in a toasted bun and start at £6.20.The Kernel Vegan isTurtleBay’s first Vegan burger – sweetcorn patties are given a Caribbean twist with vibrant flavours and spices, roasted red peppers and sweet onion chutney.

The Hot Chick’in Burger is a panko crumbed chicken fillet served with fresh grilled pineapple, mature cheddar, gem lettuce, tomato and topped off with jerk mayo and hot sauce. The Street Burger is theBay’s most traditional burger with a beef patty spiced up with jerk mayo; whilst the Shack Stack is an indulgent stack where beef burger meets jerk pork belly!Hallo Halloumi brings together a dreamy combo of grilled halloumi and succulent Portobello Mushroom - likely to be popular with veggies and meat eaters alike.Smoking Goat Burger is the high street’s only goat burger. Goat’s sweet, delicate flavour makes for a tender and delicious burger – leaner than beef and bringing you a true flavour of the Caribbean.

All burgers come on their own leaving guests to choose from the abundant new side plates and cutters, and customise their own bun for a bespoke burger experience.The new side plates are a real star of the show, with vibrant flavours and unique dishes – these are little plates of heavenly food that make for fun, individual meals.

They come as two for £5.40, three for £8, four for £10 or five for £12 and they’re so vibrant and diverse that they make for a great dining experience all of their own. The likes of Grilled Jerk Halloumi, Curried Chick Peas, Chilli Pineapple Salad and the amazing new Coconut Callaloo make up a fabulous sharing selection. Callaloo is a Caribbean green leaf similar to spinach and in this dish is creamed with coconut milk – gorgeous and vegan to boot. There’s also Sunshine Quinoa, Caribbean Hummus and more, plus, of course... cheesy jerk fries!All this sits alongsideTurtleBay’s famous cutters selection where Caribbean social fans will find all their favourites – from Sweetcorn Fritters to Jerk Pit Wings. Perfect again for hacking with sides and burgers. Plus the Salad selection all come vegan with a ‘create your own’ element whereby diners can then customise with jerk chicken, halloumi, chilli squid and more.

The gorgeous One Pots menu now has four new slow cooked, simmering Caribbean curry dishes to choose from – two of which are vegan! Curry Prawn is the mother of all seafood curries with whole shell-on king prawns slowly simmered with mango, sweet potatoes, tomato, garlic, ginger and Caribbean spices. Curry Salmon is a lighter, coconut curry with a kick and like the Curry Prawn is served with steamed rice and roti flatbread.

The Chickpea and Callaloo Curry is a vibrant vegan sensation – curried chickpeas and coconut callaloo make a really exciting new option for meat and dairy free diners. Meanwhile the Aubergine Curry is another light and fragrant vegan option.

The jerk pit BBQ is as fired up as ever with signature Jerk Chicken served alongside a host of other meat treats like Baby Back Ribs and Belly Pork.The new drinks menu seesTurtleBay’s biggest update yet and even more opportunities for everyone to get involved.

Their new Beach Shooters are a collection that allow guests to sample the signature beach shack rum cocktail vibes as a taster – perfect for those wanting that little cocktail addition to their experience without going the whole nine yards.Plus there’s a new way to drink rum asTurtleBayintroduce Rum n Tonic. This new range features six specially selected, high quality rums perfectly paired with a collection of premium tonics by Double Dutch.There’s a whole new Alcohol Free section too – and great news for drivers, abstainers and pregnant women alike, these are 241 during Happy Hour as well.So, unite your foodies, grab family, friends, colleagues and lovers and make sure you’re amongst the first to experience the hottest new menu around.

September is leaving us and we are slipping into October and the shows keep coming at The Majestic Theatre Darlington.

This weekend, Saturday 29 September, they have comedian Nish Kumar.Ticket prices start from £18 Doors open at 6.30 - show starts at 7.30pm www.majestictheatre-lee.com/box-office.html

On Tuesday 2nd and Wednesday 3rd October the talented students from Darlington College are performing their Induction show Think Outside the Box This is a Pay What You Decide performance Doors open at 6.00 - show starts at 7.00pm www.majestictheatre-lee.com/box-office.html

Friday 5 October brings the play Communicate. This intimate and gripping account of life and death has been developed in association with Cruse Bereavement Care. Use the codes CRUSE and SPEAKUP for 50% off ticket prices Ticket prices start from £5 Doors open at 6.30 - show starts at 7.30pm www.majestictheatre-lee.com/box-office.html

On Saturday 6 October International Drag Artist Shayanne O’Shea presents Fabulush Cabaret. The team of talented entertainers will leave you wanting more of a fabulush time Ticket prices start from £10 Doors open at 7.30 - show starts at 8.30pm www.majestictheatre-lee.com/box-office.html

Star of our opening show Chris Cross presents Magic at the Majestic on Friday 19 October. A world class variety show featuring magic, comedy, sideshow, song, dance and much much more! Expect the Unexpected! Ticket prices start from £8 Doors open at 6.30 - show starts at 7.00pm www.majestictheatre-lee.com/box-office.html

On Saturday 20 October in the intimate setting of the bar Driven Serious return to the Majestic. Come and enjoy music and drinks and the brilliant atmosphere Ticket prices start from £7.00 Show starts at 7.30pm www.majestictheatre-lee.com/box-office.html

Apollo Theatre Company and Spike Milligan Productions present The Goon Show on Thursday 25 October. This acclaimed 5* production is live on stage at the Majestic Ticket prices start from £15 Doors open at 6.30 - show starts at 7.30pm www.majestictheatre-lee.com/box-office.html

Ahoy there ship mates Double Trouble return to the Majestic with Pirates of the Spooky Lagoon. A brand new show full of swashbuckling fun for all the family and we have twice the fun with two shows at 2.00pm and 6.00pm on Thursday 1 November. Tickets prices start from £9 Doors open one hour before each show www.majestictheatre-lee.com/box-office.html

Award winning cabaret star, and the UK’s most successful juggler, Mat Ricardo had run out of tricks - so he bet everyone in the world he could learn any trick they could think of! Mat Ricardo Vs The World premieres at the Majestic on Friday 2nd November Ticket prices start from £10 Doors open at 6.30 - show starts at 7.30pm * AGE 10+ www.majestictheatre-lee.com/box-office.html

Chris Mallon presents his debut show Damfino on Saturday 3 November. An evening of mind reading, psychological entertainment and psychic illusions. Tickets are selling quickly for this show Ticket prices start from £6 Doors open at 6.30 - show starts at 7.30pm www.majestictheatre-lee.com/box-office.html

On Friday 9 November we are Made in Motown who aim to recreate the classic sound of Detroit in the 60’s and 70’s *UNDER 18’s MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT Ticket prices start from £13 Doors open at 6.30 - show starts at 7.30pm www.majestictheatre-lee.com/box-office.html

Covering every aspect of Bon Jovl’s career - Bon Giovi perform all the greatest hits at the Majestic on Saturday 10 November Ticket Prices start from £14 Doors open at 6.45 - show starts at 7.45pm www.majestictheatre-lee.com/box-office.html

Saturday 24 November brings us Hazel O’Connor Breaking Glass. The film, a Q&A and a live performance. A very special evening with award-winning singer songwriter Hazel O’Connor, featuring a rare screening of the digitally re-mastered uncut version of the film followed by an intimate Q&A and live performance of some of the films best loved songs. Tickets are selling out fast! Ticket prices start from £20 Doors open at 6.30 - show starts at 7.30pm www.majestictheatre-lee.com/box-office.html

The Majestic Theatre Company and Darlington College Performing Arts Department present Peter Pan: A Christmas Show from Tuesday 11 to Monday 24 December. A classic on stage - “I do believe in fairies, I do I do” Ticket prices start from £3 Doors open at 6.00 - show starts at 7.00pm www.majestictheatre-lee.com/box-office.html

An ambitious and innovative festival of theatre, dementia and hope, Every Third Minute was the very first theatre festival of its kind curated by people living with dementia and their supporters.

Staged over seven weeks at Leeds Playhouse between 9 February and 31 March 2018, the festival was attended by over 7,500 people, and comprised of 11 productions including a brand new stage adaptation of Lisa Genova’s best-selling novel of Still Alice, 4 training programmes and 16 workshops. Still Alice is currently touring the UK. And now their hard-work has been acknowledged in the National Dementia Care Awards. Leeds Playhouse has been announced as finalists in the Awards 'Outstanding Arts and Creativity in Dementia Care' category for the Every Third Minute Festival which took place earlier this year.Leeds Playhouse Theatre and Dementia Research Associate Nicky Taylor said: “Our Every Third Minute festival placed people living with dementia in decision-making positions to celebrate their potential and creativity, and to amplify their voices to change perceptions and attitudes. The impact of the Festival Curators in the planning and delivery of the whole project cannot be overstated - it underpinned the entire ethos of the festival. We’re absolutely delighted to be recognised by the National Dementia Care Awards, and thrilled to be 2018 finalists.”Every Third Minute Festival Curator Rosa Peterson said: “It's been a privilege and a lot of fun working with everybody on Every Third Minute. I think it's absolutely brilliant to be a finalist and it shows they've recognised how hard we worked. Every one of us should be proud of what we've achieved, as we didn't always think we could do it. We might have dementia but don't write us off yet, we are still going strong!”

Leeds Playhouse’s innovative approach to working with people living with dementia has been previously acknowledged by the National Dementia Care Awards, winning the Outstanding Dementia Care Innovation category in 2015 for the introduction of dementia friendly performances. Leeds Playhouse’s commitment to people living with dementia has also been acknowledged with a national award from the Alzheimer’s Society.

Leeds Playhouse runs regular activities for people living with dementia, including Our Time sessions for people living with dementia and their partners, Peer Support Sessions in partnership with other cultural organisations throughout the city, and Dementia Friendly performances. The next Dementia Friendly performance is Charles Dickens’A Christmas Carol on Saturday 8 December at 2pm.

On Friday 21 September Leeds Playhouse released a short film on Every Third Minute to celebrate 2018’s World Alzheimer’s Day. The film is hosted on their website and social media channels. ​

The National Dementia Care award-winners will be announced at the UK Dementia Congress on 8 November.

Peter Andre is set to take centre stage in the first new production of the iconic musical Grease as it tours the country. Peter Andre will appear in selected performances during the UK and Ireland tour.

The show is due to include performances in Yorkshire at Leeds Grand Theatre. ​Following a highly acclaimed sold-out eight-week run at Curve Theatre in Leicester, the first new production in 25 years of Jim Jacobs & Warren Casey’s iconic musical Grease will tour the UK and Ireland in 2019, directed by Nikolai Foster,choreographed by Strictly Come Dancing’sArlene Phillips and starring Peter Andre as Teen Angel (played by Frankie Avalon in the 1978 film) at certain performances. Further casting to be announced.

Peter Andre is known for his successful music and television career and became the sixth highest selling artist in the UK in the 1990s with hits such as Mysterious Girl, Flava and I Feel You. He had numerous number one hit singles, two number one albums and has toured all over the world, collecting a multitude of national and international awards. Peter’s many TV shows and appearances, include his reality show Peter Andre: My Life, 60 Minute Makeover and the third series of I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here in 2004.

Director Nikolai Foster said: “We are looking forward to working alongside Jim Jacobs, Colin Ingram and Arlene Philips on the return of our critically acclaimed, Made at Curve production of Grease. Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey’s musical is an electrifying celebration of the birth of cool and teenage culture. It provides a gripping snapshot of a country on the cusp of social change, all set to one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll scores ever written. Curve audiences love Grease and we are immensely proud to be sharing our production with audiences across the UK.”

The 1978 film adaptation starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton John is the fourth highest-grossing live action musical of all time and celebrated its 40thanniversary this year. The musical features beloved songs, including Summer Nights, Greased Lightnin’, Hopelessly Devoted To You and You’re The One That I Want.Grease is at Leeds Grand Theatre from Wednesday 19th June to Saturday 20th July 2019Tickets are on sale to Leeds Grand Theatre Priority Members from 10am on Friday 14th September 2018 priced from £19General On Sale 10am on Friday 21st September 2018(prices include a £3 booking fee. Postage charge £1 where applicable)Book online at leedsgrandtheatre.com or call Box Office on 0844 848 2700

A Leeds-based filmmaker has made the first psychological horror film to come out of Cuba.

Film director Rudy Riveron Sanchez, who is originally from Cuba, filmed his trailblazing film ¿Eres Tú, Papá? - Is that you? in 2016, set in the rarely seen Cuban countryside.

He said: "Before I made this film, the only films coming out of my home coun-try tended to be portraying the benefits of the Cuban revolution or criticising the system. I used the psychological horror genre because I wanted to take a different approach."

The film wasn't without its challenges though. During filming in Cuba, Fidel Castro died. Rudy said: “The local authorities told us that we had to stop filming, which would have been a disaster. But after a short break and with the support of the government, we were allowed to film again." The film ¿Eres Tú, Papá? - Is that you? is already proving popular having been accepted at four film festivals over the next few weeks.

The World Premiere of the film took place at the highly coveted Oldenburg In-ternational Film Festival, which is also known as the Sundance of Europe, where actress Gabriela Ramos won the Seymour Cassel Award for Outstand-ing Performance in her role as Lili.

Rudy said: "It's been a long time coming and I am really looking forward to the world seeing the film. I am so proud that we have been accepted into three film festivals over the next two months as they are such a great platform to get our film in front of the right people." ​¿Eres Tú, Papá? Is that you? was also selected by the British Council for in-clusion in their Cannes Film Festival 2018 catalogue. For more information on the film, go to: www.erestupapa.com

From cooking up a Full English Breakfast inside a large Yorkshire Pudding to transforming the traditional Rhubarb and Custard dessert, one Yorkshire MasterChef quarter-finalist loves experimenting with local produce.

Chef Chris Hale, who runs Pop Up North Catering Company in the North of England, shares a special dish he has made using locally-sourced Rhubarb, so you can try it at home. MasterChef Chris lives in Wakefield, part of the Rhubarb Triangle, which is an area of West Yorkshire renowned for producing early forced Rhubarb and a lot of it has been grown by E Oldroyd and Sons.

Pan Fried Mackerelserved with Rhubarb Sauce & Pickled Rhubarb: Recipe

Rhubarb Ketchup:Sweat down half an onion on a medium heat until it just starts to brown, then add 400g of sliced rhubarb and cook until it starts to go mushy. Add in 2 teaspoons of ground ginger and cinnamon, 25ml red wine vinegar and 75g caster sugar. Season to taste. Cook out for 3 more minutes and then blitz.

Pickled Rhubarb:Put 100ml of water and 100ml of white wine vinegar in a pan with 25ml vanilla essence, 35g caster sugar and a couple of pinches of salt. Bring to a rolling boil, then pull of the heat, add the rhubarb and let steep for 10mins.

Fennel Salad:Finely slice the fennel, add to some salad leaves, add a squeeze of lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of the pickling liquor and toss together.

Mackerel:Heat up some Yorkshire Rapeseed oil or vegetable oil in a frying pan until it is smoking hot. Rub salt onto the mackerel skin and add to the pan skin side down for no more than 2mins and then turn over for the final 30 seconds.

Tucked away in the Steel City is this real gem. The beauty of this place is on the outside.We went for a walk in the grounds, stumbling across a wedding and beautiful scenery.

As you walk on the red carpet into reception, the hotel has a luxurious feel with velvet cladded chairs and coffee tables.

We stayed in a twin executive room with a garden view. The room was clean and cosy but was dated in places.We then made our way up to the spa which has recently undergone a makeover.

The changing rooms are nice and snug, you feel as if you're in a wooden chalet.

First up we had a play in the gym on some of the machines. The gym is split into two parts, one part is overlooking the swimming pool and the other is parallel to the pool.

The swimming pool is compact but stunning with large glass windows revealing the lush grounds, and most importantly for me, the water was warm rather than the dreaded cold plunge I usually face at hotel pools. There is also a heated jacuzzi next to the pool.

We then made our way to the shower before entering the steam room. The steam room has a crystal ornament which glows soft colours inside the room. There is also a sauna opposite.

After a quick shower and change, we were hungry and had made a reservation in the hotel restaurant (we had been gifted a dinner, bed and breakfast package).

The room had been turned around from being a wedding venue into a classic restaurant, complete with a grand piano.

With the package you can pick any starter, main and dessert. There are an array of options even for us both, two vegetarians.

To start with we decided to share hummus and pitta and Vegetable Tempura.

The hummus was yummy but the real stand-out dish was the Tempura. It was light, crispy and totally delicious accompanied with a sweet chilli dipping sauce. It was Rochelle's first time eating Tempura and it's fair to say we have a new Tempura fan.

Next up Rochelle had the tortellini pasta and I went for the mushroom risotto but I had food envy of Rochelle's dish.

We finished with a panacotta and a chocolate cheesecake. With hearty portions, we were nicely full by the end.The waiter who served us couldn't do enough for us.

After a lovely afternoon and evening we returned to our room to watch some trash TV - a perfect way to end a girly day.

We rose early on the Sunday so we could go to the spa before breakfast.After, a quick workout, swim and steam, we were ready to tackle the buffet breakfast.

We had hit the peak time so the restaurant was packed and we were seated in the foyer-cum-bar area, which is super comfy and the perfect place for meetings.

We ordered some vegetarian sausages, whilst we filled our plates with a Full English (minus the meat as we're veggies).

There is also a range of continental breakfast options and all-you-can-drink coffee machine.

I'm glad we had already been to the spa as we filled ourselves up nicely and wouldn't have felt like swimming post such indulgence.

Sadly it was time to check out. But once we had, we met up with some friends in the coffee area.

It was a perfectly comfortable spa break and if you're visiting Sheffield, we would definitely recommend a visit. Or if you live in Sheffield, it's a great place to take advantage of the beautiful grounds, spa and bar area.

The play is a gritty, powerful and at times very bleak drama set during the recession in the 1980s in the North of England. Narrated by the main character Scullery the play is a series of scenes portraying individual characters who live in the road. Some of the scenes are very dark and thought provoking, others are very light and funny. The cast In character mingle with the audience as they take their seats at the start of the play and the start of the second half is a disco and the cast are dancing with the audience as they return to their seats. They come into the audience regularly during the production too.108

The highlight was the start of the second half which is set in a nightclub as the audience join the cast in the actions to a song. The most moving scene involves the characters Joey and Claire as they question what life is all about after being made redundant.157

The venue is a pop up theatre which is usually a theatre workshop and it was perfect for setting the atmosphere of the era. All the cast play multiple characters to perfection but my stand out actor was a young actor called Dan Parr.

Directed by Leeds Playhouse Associate Director Amy Leach (Romeo and Juliet, Queen of Chapeltown, Leeds Playhouse), Road presents a powerful observation of the everyday lives of the working classes with resonance, jubilance and hope.

An Interview with Director Amy Leach on Leeds Playhouse’s production of Road:

What first attracted you to Jim Cartwright’s Road?For many Northerners who work in the theatre industry, Road is like a theatrical bible. A play many of us discovered as teenagers and that blew our young minds due to the anarchic, fluid theatricality of the piece and the joyous celebration of a poetic, brutal voice which is unashamedly Northern. Set in an unnamed Northern town it reminded us of where we had grown up. I studied Road for GCSE Drama and it has been one of my favourite plays ever since. I am thrilled to get the opportunity to stage a production of this seminal play.

Cartwright wrote this play in 1986 at a time of severe austerity measures under a Conservative government. Is it relevant now?The poverty and sense of abandonment portrayed of this forgotten community at the edge of a Northern town hasn’t gone away. The details might have changed but the big picture hasn’t. So many communities still exist like the one in the play. And yet what I love about the play is that it isn’t just bleak. It’s also full of humour, determination and passion. The characters have almost nothing, but what they all share is great Northern spirit and I see it as a play that brilliantly celebrates this.

You’re collaborating with designer Hayley Grindle, who designed the Playhouse’s 2017 production of Romeo & Juliet. How will Road look and feel?This is the 14th show Hayley and I will have worked on together. What I love about Hayley’s designs is that she creates brilliant, beautiful playgrounds for actors to inhabit and tell their story. We spent a lot of time looking at the photos of the great, late Tish Murtha who recorded working class lives in the North East, and at images of estates where the houses and buildings have been partially demolished and one can see the scars that remain on walls that were once interiors but are now exposed to the elements. The design for the show embraces this reference material. We wanted to create a space that honours the abandoned environment of these characters lives, but also gives them a grace and majesty.

Road is such a well-known production, what do you feel the Playhouse’s new Pop-Up theatre will bring to the show?It’s so exciting to be creating a temporary theatre space whilst our normal theatres are closed for redevelopment. The temporary theatre is being created in our workshop where we normally construct and paint sets. It’s an industrial environment with a handmade aesthetic, and I think Road will work brilliantly in there. The play should interact with the audience – the actors will come out into the auditorium and we’ll have a disco onstage at the interval. It should be a fantastic, raucous night out and a great way for our audiences to see a part of the theatre they wouldn’t normally get access to.

We’ll also be creating live audio description throughout the run of Road which will be performed by members of the cast in character from an old BT phone box on stage. Audio description is a way for blind and visually impaired audiences to access theatre performances, and we’re delighted that this new creative exploration for the Playhouse means that these audiences can come along to any night of the run, rather than a one-off performance.

Road is the first production the Leeds Playhouse Ensemble will perform in, what’s next?We’ll be working with an ensemble of Northern actors across the next year to present lots of different plays. It’s going to be brilliant to see the same group shape shift to become lots of different characters during their time with us. Next up for them is a brilliant play called Europe by David Greig before they get all festive and rehearse A Christmas Carol. Our ensemble company will be joined by other actors at other points in the year, including actors from Mind the Gap, a brilliant theatre company based in Bradford who work with artists with learning disabilities.

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